TRD Exhaust - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

Billiam · 07-30-2010, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007tRD

The fact that an AEM sticker came on the TRD box would be enough proof...but....I would like to see inside diameter measurements to compare.I sent an e-mail to AEM tech support to verrify these allegations.

By the way,nice looking engine bay!

Thanks for the compliment. I remember for a while, the picture that was given to dealers for the TRD CAI showed the actual AEM labled intake...LOL. The differnence was, the "TRD" came standard with the water bypass valve, a "TRD" decal and an AEM oiled filter with "TRD" stamped on the top.

BTW, 2.25" diameter for both the AEM and "TRD".

2007tRD · 07-30-2010, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Billiam

Thanks for the compliment. I remember for a while, the picture that was given to dealers for the TRD CAI showed the actual AEM labled intake...LOL. The differnence was, the "TRD" came standard with the water bypass valve, a "TRD" decal and an AEM oiled filter with "TRD" stamped on the top.

BTW, 2.25" diameter for both the AEM and "TRD".

I got the e-mail from AEM, and they verified they make the intake.So nobody should get the TRD, buy the AEM and put a TRD sticker on it...lol.how much was the TRD CAI?

*Astroman* · 07-30-2010, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007tRD

I got the e-mail from AEM, and they verified they make the intake.So nobody should get the TRD, buy the AEM and put a TRD sticker on it...lol.how much was the TRD CAI?

Great work

TRDsparks has it listed for $305 http://www.trdsparks.com/displaypart...&parts_id=1299

But you can get the AEM cheaper from Garm

Billiam · 07-30-2010, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007tRD

......lol.how much was the TRD CAI?

At the time I had a TRD theme going on with the Egg, that's why I went with it. I got a great deal on it though, as TRD was having a "sale" at the time. I think I got it through Sparks for $185.....cheaper than the AEM at the time.

sleey0 · 07-29-2010, 10:47 PM

It is well known that Toyota's TRD division doesn't make the products. They hand pick the products that test the best and are the most compatible/stable with there engines.

2007tRD · 07-29-2010, 11:26 PM

Like i said in post #12,im not dissagreeing that the TRD intake may not be made by Toyota.Im interested if there is a difference between a standard AEM CAI and the TRD CAI.

Brian · 07-29-2010, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007tRD

Like i said in post #12,im not dissagreeing that the TRD intake may not be made by Toyota.Im interested if there is a difference between a standard AEM CAI and the TRD CAI.

The only difference is probably the bypass filter on the TRD CAI.

2007tRD · 07-29-2010, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian

The only difference is probably the bypass filter on the TRD CAI.

I'm interested in facts and data, not opinion.There is enough misconception going around, lets not mislead ourselves due to laziness.

Brian · 07-29-2010, 11:53 PM

I've had the TRD CAI for 3 years now and would never buy another one. The bypass filter cracked after about 1 1/2 years. It doesn't come with a warranty either because its for off road use only.

2007tRD · 07-29-2010, 11:57 PM

Now that is some very usefull information in making your decision.how much did a replacement cost?

pennyracer · 07-30-2010, 10:37 AM

here in grants pass oregon we dont have smog rules like most of the other states so i can do anything i like pretty cool unlike ca bullshit rules ware i use to live or many years good luck run what you want but i dont thing there is enough gain to change the stock one and have too hear all the extra noises just my thaughts i think they all look shitty once installed but im 40 years old maybe thats the problem lol

sleey0 · 07-30-2010, 04:25 PM

There are no smog inspections where i live so i am not worried about that.

cali yaris · 07-30-2010, 07:23 PM

Glad you got that settled.

AEM intakes in stock, FYI.

sleey0 · 07-30-2010, 09:15 PM

And that is why I didn't bother to buy the TRD intake. For less I got a better (IMO) intake (injen sp2024blk).

At least the exhaust, while not made by TRD, is unique.

fnkngrv · 07-30-2010, 10:03 PM

Just as a heads up I found out further clarification for Maine today as a friend was mailed a letter about the changes. As long as the exhaust does not go above 95db you can run it on your car in Maine.

2007tRD · 07-30-2010, 10:34 PM

Now that we have all of the facts on the TRD blasphemy, what intake would be best...between CAI's and SRI's?

fnkngrv · 07-30-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007tRD

Now that we have all of the facts on the TRD blasphemy, what intake would be best...between CAI's and SRI's?

maybe it is just me, but the OP was about TRD Exhaust not the CAI

sleey0 · 07-31-2010, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by fnkngrv

maybe it is just me, but the OP was about TRD Exhaust not the CAI

I don't mind really.

I found it interesting that the thread went in the direction it did. lol

07-29-2010, 11:53 PM	#9
Brian Drives: '07 Yaris turbo, '11 Juke Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 849	I've had the TRD CAI for 3 years now and would never buy another one. The bypass filter cracked after about 1 1/2 years. It doesn't come with a warranty either because its for off road use only. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3875996

07-29-2010, 11:57 PM	#10
2007tRD CERTIFIED ASE/SUBARU TECH View User's Garage Drives: 2007 VIOS S Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: non disclosable Posts: 65	great info! Now that is some very usefull information in making your decision.how much did a replacement cost?

07-30-2010, 07:23 PM	#13
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	Glad you got that settled. AEM intakes in stock, FYI. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

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07-29-2010, 10:47 PM	#5
sleey0 Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PA Posts: 899	It is well known that Toyota's TRD division doesn't make the products. They hand pick the products that test the best and are the most compatible/stable with there engines.

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2007tRD CERTIFIED ASE/SUBARU TECH View User's Garage Drives: 2007 VIOS S Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: non disclosable Posts: 65	Like i said in post #12,im not dissagreeing that the TRD intake may not be made by Toyota.Im interested if there is a difference between a standard AEM CAI and the TRD CAI.

07-30-2010, 10:37 AM	#11
pennyracer boydstir View User's Garage Drives: 08 yaris liftback Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: grants pass Posts: 424	here in grants pass oregon we dont have smog rules like most of the other states so i can do anything i like pretty cool unlike ca bullshit rules ware i use to live or many years good luck run what you want but i dont thing there is enough gain to change the stock one and have too hear all the extra noises just my thaughts i think they all look shitty once installed but im 40 years old maybe thats the problem lol

07-30-2010, 04:25 PM	#12
sleey0 Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PA Posts: 899	There are no smog inspections where i live so i am not worried about that.

07-30-2010, 09:15 PM	#14
sleey0 Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PA Posts: 899	And that is why I didn't bother to buy the TRD intake. For less I got a better (IMO) intake (injen sp2024blk). At least the exhaust, while not made by TRD, is unique.

07-30-2010, 10:34 PM	#16
2007tRD CERTIFIED ASE/SUBARU TECH View User's Garage Drives: 2007 VIOS S Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: non disclosable Posts: 65	Now that we have all of the facts on the TRD blasphemy, what intake would be best...between CAI's and SRI's?